Welcome to Future Proof in 5 by Marco Grüter
Future-Proof in 5 is the daily 5-minute podcast for founders and CEOs who want to build companies that last – not just grow.
Each episode delivers sharp, actionable insights on how to make your business more durable, transferable, and valuable – the three pillars of a Future-Proof Business™.
No fluff. No endless interviews. Just focused reflections that help you rethink how you lead, scale, and design a company that thrives without you.
Hosted by Marco Grüter, entrepreneur, investor, and creator of the Future-Proof Business System, this show blends strategy, systems, and mindset for the modern founder who wants freedom and legacy.
130 - Could Your Company Pass the Transferability Test Today?
If your business depends on you to operate, it’s not transferable and not sellable. In this episode, discover what makes a company future-proof and attractive to buyers by building operational independence.
108 - The Painful Truth About Founder-Dependent Companies
Many founder-led businesses look successful but collapse when it’s time to sell. This episode exposes the hidden trap of being indispensable and outlines what makes a company sellable from day one.
88 - From Stressed to Blessed. How Creating an Exit Plan Changed My Entire Approach to Business
This episode explores how building your business with an exit in mind, even if you’re not planning to sell, can reduce stress, increase freedom, and create sustainable growth through systems, leverage, and strategic clarity.
04 - To Make your Business Investable You Have to Build Scalable Systems
Investors don’t fund businesses—they fund scalable systems. In this episode, discover how to make your business investable by building predictable revenue, automating operations, and developing a leadership team that drives growth without you. Learn what investors look for and how to remove bottlenecks.